IB
Computer Science/Economics Option
The
IB Computer Science & Economics option is Champlain's most recent
offering in the International Baccalaureate program. This option
will provide you with exceptional preparation for entry into any
Bachelor of Arts program, in particular for majors in Economics
or Decisional Sciences. The option will also prepare you for university
admission in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management
Information Systems, Business Administration, Commerce, and Management,
and potentially unlimited job opportunities beyond. Employment
forecasts in IT areas indicate unparalleled growth well into the
21st century, and there remain few areas of endeavour where Information
Science does not play a central role.
The IB Computer Science & Economics option aims to develop in
you a mastery in logical problem-solving technique as well as
in-depth skills with high-level programming languages. The option
includes courses in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics (Calculus,
Statistics, Linear Algebra), Languages, Humanities, Computer Science,
and Information Technology. The courses that make up the IB Computer
Science & Economics curriculum, together with the CAS and Extended
Essay components of the IB program, make it unlike any other program
in the CEGEP system.
Graduates
of the Computer Science & Economics option will be well versed
in all aspects of analysis, design and system development in an
interactive worldwide Internet environment. In addition, they
will possess a sophisticated knowledge of economics as well as
of world economic systems and problems. With the combination of
mathematics, logic and economic analysis in this option graduates
will be extremely well prepared for the demanding needs of the
academic and business world.
The
Program
What our students have to say
Diploma Requirements
Fees
Special Admission Requirements
Minimum Admission Requirement
Information and Application
Forms
Application Deadline
THE
PROGRAM
Champlain
St-Lambert students have the unique opportunity to enroll in the
internationally recognized IB Diploma Program. Students who complete
this two-year program automatically receive the Quebec Diploma
of Collegial Studies (DEC).
The
IB is a two-year pre-university program providing students with
a broad and rigorous education in Languages and Literature, Mathematics,
Experimental Sciences, Social Sciences and the Humanities. The
IB Diploma is an excellent preparation for students intending
to pursue studies in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Biological
Sciences, Mathematics, Law, Medicine, Social Sciences and Commerce,
either at home or abroad. The comprehensive course of study for
the Diploma provides students with a well-rounded education.
The
IB Program is designed for students who are self-disciplined,
motivated and interested in an enriched and challenging CEGEP
education. IB students take all their academic courses together
and participate in off-campus cultural and scientific activities.
What some of our students
have to say about the IB Program at Champlain St-Lambert: 
"The
IB is a great program that offers a wide variety of topics in
its curriculum. This encourages us to get involved in our own
education, learning and understanding the world around us."
-Scott Owen IB Science Currently attending McGill University
"The
IB is a rewarding program in every way. Students know that they
are involved in a program that is not only challenging, but
that it is one of the most well-known programs in the world.
The fact that students fulfill international criteria makes
us proud and leads us to a deeper search for success." -Pascale
Laroche IB Commerce Currently attending McGill University
"The
IB is a challenging program, but it is certainly a good preparation
for university studies. With the support of the teachers and
other IB students, the program is much easier than one might
believe. I really enjoy being in the program." - Man-Yee Lee
IB Science Currently attending Concordia University
DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Students
generally follow seven courses per semester. The program will
include courses in Mathematics, the Theory of Knowledge, English
and French. Depending on the IB program selected, students will
also follow courses in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Philosophy,
Psychology and Economics.
In
addition to the courses in the above disciplines, students are
required to:
1. Participate in creative, artistic, physical or community
service activities (three to four hours per week).
2. Complete an extended essay, with faculty supervision, on
a topic selected by the student.
In addition to regular tests and examinations each semester, students
will write one set of IB examinations at the end of the two-year
program. These examinations are externally set and assessed.
INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE FEES
The
International Baccalaureate Program involves costs which are not
funded by the Provincial government. Students pay IB examination
and administrative fees of $400 per semester ($800 per year).
Financial assistance is available through the Quebec Loans and
Bursaries Program. Application forms are available at the College.
In
addition to the IB fees, there is a student activity fee paid
by ALL Champlain students.
Please
note: Fees are accurate at time of publication and are subject
to change without notice.
SPECIAL
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE IB
In addition to the minimum CEGEP admission requirements described
overleaf, applicants to the IB program should have a minimum overall
average of 80%, and a good grounding in both English and French.
Students
considering one of the Science IB programs should have completed
Math 536, Chemistry 534 and Physics 534 with a minimum grade of
80% in each of these subjects.
Students
applying to the Commerce IB Program should have completed Mathematics
536 with a minimum grade of 80%.
Students
who have completed an enriched curriculum, such as ISA or TAG,
will receive priority consideration for admission into one of
the IB programs offered at Champlain St-Lambert. Students with
an 80% average or higher in such a program will be offered admission
automatically.
MINIMUM
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Diploma
of Secondary School Studies or the equivalent, including Mathematics
536. IB Science students must also have Chemistry 534 and Physics
534.
INFORMATION
AND APPLICATION FORMS
More
detailed information is contained in the International Baccalaureate
Handbook available at the Admissions Office or at your high school
Guidance Office.
APPLICATION
DEADLINE
March
1st for the Fall semester
